Resonance Frequencies of Compact Microstrip Antenna

The arrow shaped microstrip antenna, which produces
dual frequency dual polarisation operation with considera-ble size reduction compared to conventional patches has been
reported [I]. These antennas provide greater area reduction and
improved gain compared to drum shaped patches [2]. Prediction
of the resonance frequency of drum shaped patches [3] and circular
patches for broadband operation [4] are available in the literature.
In this Letter, we propose empirical formulas for calculating
the resonance frequencies of the arrow shaped microstrip antenna.
These antennas can be employed for obtaining dual frequency
with the same polarisation, bandwidth enhancement, circular
polarisation etc. by varying its different parameters or by introducing
slots. The proposed design equations provide an easier and
simple way of predicting the resonant frequencies of these patches.